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Join UC Berkeley Lecturer Dr. Hatem Bazianhis in this study abroad course that examines the modern Muslim presence in France and Western Europe, including immigration, refugee history, and the unfolding political, social, intellectual, economic, architectural, currents in the country. In Paris, students will interact with local academics, community leaders and members and visit the critical collections in museums that formed and continue to shape the imaginary of the Muslim “other.” 

Learn from notable guest speakers and meet with recent immigrants, refugees, and community workers to understand the contemporary issues faced by Muslim communities in France.

If you are passionate about social justice and equality, South America is for you. Rising from past military dictatorships, Argentina and Chile are social, political, and cultural reinvention models. Learn from professors whose impactful work plays a pivotal role in recognizing the crimes of Argentina's military and whose contributions are instrumental in understanding the historical context of human rights and political processes across Latin America. You also have a chance to interact with local political and human rights organizations. Observe, experience, and compare both countries as you travel from Buenos Aires to Santiago. Each location is rich in contrasts with diverse cultures and landscapes.

In this immersive program, students will explore Mexican history, culture, and language (Nauatl and Spanish) while taking a core major course in the Berkeley Spanish Language Department. Students will live and study in the beautiful, historic and vibrant city of Puebla, with extended excursions to nearby towns and cultural sites including Cholula, the Teotihuacan Pyramids, and Mexico City.

Highlights include:

• Progress through the Spanish Major and Minor through the coursework offered and increasing your Spanish language speaking and writing proficiency
• Field trips and excursions to places like the Teotihuacan pyramids and more to better analyze and judge syncretism in architecture, religion, language, and cuisine